Strawberry Water Recipes

STRAWBERRY-CUCUMBER WATER

Steps:

• Place 8 ounces stemmed and thinly sliced strawberries and 1/2 thinly sliced English cucumber in a pitcher. For still infused water, add 2 quarts of water. For sparkling water, add 1 quart of seltzer during prep and a second quart just before serving. Refrigerate 2 to 4 hours to allow the ingredients to infuse. Stir well and strain, discarding the solids. For serving, add fresh strawberries and cucumber slices for garnish and plenty of ice. The infused water will keep refrigerated for up to 2 days.

8 INFUSED WATER RECIPES

Steps:

• In a large pitcher, place the desired combination of fruit or herbs.
• Add ice and fill container with water. Add additional fruit or herbs to garnish, if desired.

MEXICAN STRAWBERRY WATER (AGUA DE FRESA)

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, mix together sliced strawberries, sugar, and 1 cup of water. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for 4 hours.
• Remove the strawberry mixture from the refrigerator and pour into a blender. Blend on high until smooth. Pour the blended berry mixture through a wire mesh strainer set over a large mixing bowl; discard the pulp and seeds.
• Add the remaining 7 cups cold water to the pureed strawberries and mix well. Place the Aqua de Fresa in the refrigerator to chill for several hours or pour over ice and serve immediately. Garnish with lime slices or mint leaves.

STRAWBERRY MOCKTAIL RECIPE

Steps:

• Place strawberries, lime juice, mint leaves and honey in a short drink glass and muddle (basically mash everything to break down get the strawberries and mint to release their juices and flavours) with a wooden spoon. Note: The more you muddle, the more you'll extract the juices and flavours from the berries and mint. It's okay if there are some visible pieces of strawberry left. Muddle until you've reached the consistency you like best.
• Add ice cubes to the glass, filling about halfway, then top up with sparkling water. Stir to combine everything. Garnish with a strawberry, a lime slice and/or more fresh mint, if desired. Serve and enjoy!Note: If you like things sweeter, you can add more honey or maple syrup to taste.

STRAWBERRY LEMON WATER

Steps:

• Place lemon slices and strawberries in a pitcher. Gently muddle the fruit with the back of a spoon or muddler to release the natural flavors into the water.
• Cover with the fresh water and place in refrigerator for at least 12 hours.
• Serve in a glass filled with ice, garnish with a slice of lemon and a strawberry and enjoy!

STRAWBERRY WATER

Steps:

• In a 2-quart glass pitcher, combine the water and 4 cups sliced strawberries. Cover and refrigerate at least 6 hours or overnight.
• The water should have a nice pink hue and the strawberries will look less red and a little mushy. Strain water through a fine mesh sieve; discard strawberries. Before serving, slice 4 or 5 additional strawberries in half lengthwise, leaving the tops on for color; place in the pitcher with strawberry water. Serve water over ice with additional fresh strawberries for garnish. If desired, sweeten to taste with sugar, Simple Syrup, or sweetener.

STRAWBERRY-LAVENDER INFUSED WATER

Steps:

• Combine all ingredients in a large glass carafe or pitcher. Cover and refrigerate 12-24 hours.